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homemade lasagna

Homemade Lasagna: 7 Reasons You’ll Adore This Comfort Food


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This homemade lasagna recipe is a classic Italian dish with layers of pasta, meat, cheese, and sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
  3. In a skillet, brown ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish.
  6. Layer three lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
  7. Add half of the ricotta mixture, followed by half of the meat mixture and a layer of mozzarella cheese.
  8. Repeat the layers, finishing with noodles and remaining sauce.
  9. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake for 45 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  11. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add more vegetables.
  • You can prepare the lasagna a day ahead and refrigerate it before baking.
  • Let leftovers cool and store in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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